RESONANT Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

resonant

adjective

ˈre-zə-nənt

Definition of resonant

as in ringing

marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones the orator's resonant voice filled the hall

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Recent Examples of resonant This gives you a 26% discount on a premium portable speaker featuring resonant acoustics with booming bass, IP67 dust and waterproof durability, up to 20 hours of battery life, USB-C power-out charging, and Bose SimpleSync connectivity. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026 But over the course of numerous sequels and reboots, the franchise largely shifted away from resonant character drama in favor of high-octane action sequences and increasingly monstrous beasts. — Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Aug. 2026 Prior to Tangles, Nelson built a successful career as a commercial director and animation filmmaker, known for her emotionally resonant storytelling and distinctive visual style. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2026 His work merges natural forms, found materials, scientific experimentation, and movement into an artistic language that is both personal and universally resonant. — News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for resonant

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Adjective

Martha-Mary Chapel, Sudbury Reverend Bryce (Toby Huss) presides over the town church, where mysterious ringing bells seem to indicate something dark is afoot.

— Nicholas DeRenzo, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026
The quote sounded more like a statement of facts than a ringing endorsement.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of ringing

Adjective

The city felt vibrant and full of possibility, especially as Russia seemed firmly on its way to a democratic future.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
Instead of the usual vibrant red, this year’s carpet is peacock blue in honor of the 100th anniversary of NBC, which is broadcasting the ceremony.

— Maane Khatchatourian, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of vibrant

Adjective

The North Siders clubbed an all-time team record of nine home runs in a single game, routing their rival Milwaukee Brewers 17-3 at Wrigley Field − and ending August with 62 round-trippers for the month, another team record.

— Robert Abitbol, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Zheng was the one in tears at the French Open, after losing her first round match to eventual finalist Maja Chwalińska, 6-4, 6-0.

— Ava Wallace, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of round

Adjective

Assuming the role of a human clapper, Holzinger struck its lip again and again, sending a sonorous peal across the Biennale grounds.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 June 2026
In addition to his film, TV and theater work, Yun has also narrated a ton of Korean documentaries over the years thanks to his sonorous voice.

— Regina Kim, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

Definition of sonorous

Adjective

Maybe my argument was so strong, the AI would realize that its tech overlords were using this insanely powerful technology not to solve hunger or climate change, but to make reading less essential.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
This stone is part of a larger labyrinth that eventually reaches an ocean in a system of deep, powerful interdependence.

— Supriya Lopez Pillai, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of powerful

Adjective

Saphier is nominated for a position that carries limited policymaking power but serves as a loud megaphone as the nation's top communicator to Americans on public health issues.

— FATIMA HUSSEIN, Arkansas Online, 17 Sep. 2026
Indeed, Seider is back now, and the fallout from the loud summer looms.

— Max Bultman, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

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